Overall score
Ascot
40.0/100
Jackass Flat
44.4/100
Ascot for value and schools; Jackass Flat for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Overall score
Ascot
40.0/100
Jackass Flat
44.4/100
Crime rate
Ascot
—
Jackass Flat
32.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Ascot
24
Jackass Flat
15
Population
Ascot
2,571
Jackass Flat
1,907
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Ascot | Jackass Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 40.0/100 | 44.4/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 91.7/100 | 80.9/100 |
| Crime rate | — | 32.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 3 | — |
| Public transport stops | 3 | 8 |
| Walkability | 4.5/100 | 12.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 24 | 15 |
| Planning activity | 30 | 14 |
| Population | 2,571 | 1,907 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 5/10 | 4/10 |
Put side by side, Ascot is a regional mid-sized suburb with local services and a more relaxed pace, and Jackass Flat is a regional hub with its own identity and everyday convenience.
Ascot tends to lead on housing affordability and nearby cafés and amenities, while Jackass Flat stands out for public transport access and walkability.
Ascot suits value-focused buyers and households prioritising schools more clearly, whereas Jackass Flat is the stronger match for retirees and families.